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Tag Archives: copper
Published in Belle Armoire Jewelry Magazine…Again!!!
I am tickled and blessed to announce that I have been published in Belle Armoire Jewelry Magazine for the second time! My article is entitled “Bohemian Dreaming” on page 56 of the March 2016 issue. Many thanks to Natalie Way, … Continue reading
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Tagged Belle Armoire Magazine, bohemian, boho, copper, jewelry tutorial, necklace, published, Stampington
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Published Again!
I am excited and blessed to announce that one of my necklaces has been included in the December issue of Belle Armoire Jewelry. It is in the Boutique section on page 114 with the instructions on page 123. I am … Continue reading
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Tagged Belle Armoire, bohemian, copper, jewelry, magazine, published, vintage
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Ahhhhhhh…Studio Time
I love it when I get some uninterrupted time in my studio! So…today, after I made breakfast, picked the garden, mowed the yard and ate lunch, I got to escape to my creative space and get to work. I had … Continue reading
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Tagged art jewelry, copper, earrings, flowers, mannequin, necklace, polymer clay, studio, torch fired enamel, turquoise
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Dreaming Of The Sea
I managed to sneak in a few hours at my workbench today. I had already painted these handmade clay elements, which inspired me to go with an ocean theme today. There is a starfish and a print of a piece … Continue reading
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Tagged bracelet, cancer the crab, copper, crab, handmade, jewelry, necklace, one of a kind, OOAK, trade beads, truquoise, zodiac
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Clay, Wire, and Beads
I finally got around to firing a whole batch of clay pendants and beads. Figuring out how to fire that kiln was a dilemma that had me puzzled for a long time. On my first attempt, I shot the breaker … Continue reading
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Tagged aqua, burgundy, copper, earthy, fired clay, kiln, pendants, trade beads, tribal, Wall Candy Gallery
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Courage
Well, this necklace is a little bold, but sometimes you just have to make a statement. A piece of re-purposed tin with an image of a cowboy and the Alamo are the central elements. It is cold connected with brass … Continue reading
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Tagged Alamo, copper, courage, cowboy, cowgirl, necklace, rodeo, Texas
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Delicious Patina
This patina on brass inspired me to use some of my favorite colors combined to make this necklace. There are yummy trade beads, and torch fired enamel dangles, with a chain of glass beads and a vintage button and loop … Continue reading
More Patina
I’m still finding uses for my random relics that I bought from the interesting fellow who metal detects. Two birds on a fountain, riveted to a piece of copper with a green patina. The stones are malachite and carnelian and … Continue reading
Metal Melding
I’ve been experimenting with some new techniques of melding different types of metal together so that they are visually separate, but joined as if one piece. I’ve combined copper, brass, pewter, African trading beads, stone and glass beads, and … Continue reading
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Tagged African trading beads, brass, copper, ethnic necklaces, pewter
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Creative Sparks
My recent class combined with my flea market finds have inspired some new pieces. The yellow turquoise set in a copper bezel is combined with some colorful beads for a summery look. Stamps from my Richard Salley class have … Continue reading
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Tagged bracelets, chartreuse, copper, earrings, necklace, Richard Salley, turquoise
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Mrs. Hilsendegen
We pick up our story from the previous post by introducing you to Mrs. Nora Hilsendegen, wife of Deputy Roy Hilsendegen, patiently waiting and praying for her brave husband. Neighbors come running with the news that Roy has been shot … Continue reading
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Tagged cherish, copper, history, life, narrative jewelry, necklace, tintype, watch
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A New Leaf
Felt, copper, canvas painted with oil paints, thread, glass beads, leather.
A Blaze Of Fall Colors
My newest torch fired enamel pieces, in shades of red, yellow, violet, and copper are available at Wall Candy Custom Framing and Gallery in downtown Columbia, Tennessee. Hand cut, pierced, hammered, and enameled elements, accented by colorful lampworked beads.
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Tagged autumn, copper, poke sallet, red, torch fired enamel, violet, yellow
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Faithful, Noble, Woman
An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels. The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain. She does him good, and not harm, all the … Continue reading
A Little Bookish
Copper, 1948 newspaper, stamped leather For the bibliophile in you.
Fibers Old and New
This is an assortment of bangles that I made using wire and silk sari fabric and beads. The other ones are leather and waxed linen and some old, weathered ball chain. I unearthed an old quilt that was made … Continue reading
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Tagged bangles, bracelet, copper, First Thursday Artisans Party, necklace, quilts, sari, Wall Candy
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Blooms and Green
I tried a little something new. The cabochon on this necklace is a stamped, clay piece from my new clay experiments, as is the toggle clasp. The clay was painted after firing, but I think my next ones will be … Continue reading
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Tagged amaryllis, clay, Columbia, copper, jewelry, necklace, spring, Tennessee, The Royal Brush
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New Blues
This is a new torch fired enameled copper “stone” with turquoise and glass beads. Vintage brass drawer pull with torch fired enamel dangles and dyed mother of pearl beads.
Vistas
I had a little paint left over after I finished a painting on canvas, so I decided to see how it would work on copper. I was pleased with the results and will probably explore this technique some more. … Continue reading
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Tagged acrylic painting. horses, copper, landscapes, necklace
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Spring Sights
It’s finally warm! Hallelujah! I was wondering if I would ever be able to put away my winter clothes. I’m enjoying gardening and watching the antics of my chickens and all of the wildlife surrounding us. Outside of my bedroom … Continue reading
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Tagged bobcat, cats, chickens, copper, gardening, jewelry, shalom, spring, trunk show, turkeys
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It’s Easy Being Green
I’ve been working up a storm getting ready for Studio Thursday at Silo Studios next week. On the green theme, here are three of my new pieces for the show. Heart of Tin Stony Heart The green stone heart was … Continue reading
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Tagged charm bracelet, copper, dog rescue, Green, hearts, necklaces, recycled tin, Silo Studio
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Objects and Elements Inspiration
When Steph was visiting, we made a trip to Michaels and picked up a couple of the new jewelry elements from the Objects and Elements collection by Susan Lenart Kazmer. I was inspired to make these two necklaces using … Continue reading
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Tagged copper, found object jewelry, Objects and Elements, Susan Lenart Kazmer, Tolkien
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